Pedestrian killed in Madera crash, driver stayed on scene

Police say the 66-year-old pedestrian was struck while walking in the crosswalk.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 6:24am

A 66-year-old pedestrian was killed in a crash in Madera, California on Saturday evening. The driver of the vehicle that struck the pedestrian remained on the scene and was cooperative with police. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, and it's unclear if drugs or alcohol were factors.

Why it matters

Pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern in many communities, and this tragic incident highlights the need for increased awareness and safety measures to protect those traveling on foot. The fact that the driver stayed on the scene and cooperated with police may help provide more information about what led to the crash.

The details

According to police, the crash occurred at around 6:50 p.m. at the intersection of Vineyard and E. 6th Street. The driver of the vehicle was traveling east on E. 6th Street, briefly stopped at the stop sign, and then proceeded through the intersection as the 66-year-old pedestrian was walking north in the west crosswalk. The driver struck the pedestrian, who was pronounced dead at the scene.

  • The crash occurred at 6:50 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2026.

The players

The driver

The driver of the vehicle that struck the pedestrian, who remained on the scene and cooperated with police.

The 66-year-old pedestrian

The pedestrian who was killed in the crash while walking in the crosswalk.

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What’s next

The police investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, and it's unclear if any charges will be filed against the driver.

The takeaway

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of pedestrian safety and the need for drivers and pedestrians to remain vigilant and follow traffic laws to prevent such devastating accidents.